Are Service Animals Allowed at Church?
Service animals often accompany people with particular disabilities to help them with their day-to-day activities. Other people have animals for emotional support. Are both service animals and emotional support animals allowed in Church buildings? Definitions A...
Helping People with Disabilities Participate in Virtual Meetings
Holding virtual Church meetings can introduce some unique challenges for those with disabilities. Here are some tips on helping everyone feel included, no matter the circumstance: Personally invite them to participate. Explore accessible formats with them. For...
Connecting with the Deaf and Hard of Hearing at Church, What to Do (and Not Do)
Do you know someone who is deaf or hard of hearing? Do you know what to do and what to say? Here are some tips in an infographic from the Church. Ask how they want to be included and involved. When talking, make sure they can see your mouth. Get the person’s attention...
Video: How I Hear God’s Voice: Jamila’s Story
The Church video How I Hear God’s Voice: Jamila’s Story features Jamila, the only deaf member of her family. In the video, using sign language, Jamila shares how her eyes have become ears to hear the Savior and how service helps her view herself as Christ would....
Responding in Love (Not Anger) When Your Child Confesses Their Porn Use
As a parent, how do you respond if your child tells you that they’ve been looking at porn? You may feel upset, take away their phone, ground them, or all of the above. It’s easy to feel a rise of emotions, but what does your child really need in that moment? Chances...
Hope Works Video: Have You Ever Felt Like a Failure?
In the Church video “Have You Ever Felt Like a Failure?,” Richard explains that after losing some of his worldly comforts, he realized that he could make better choices. Now he’s grateful for challenges that helped him grow and learn from the Lord. When...
Video “Jesus is Real: Calyann’s Experience”
In the video “Jesus is Real: Calyann’s Experience, Calyann explains that she had friends, fun, parties, and professional success. But then she realized that she lived in a prison of her own making. Through her willingness to put God’s promises to the test,...
Church’s Addiction Recovery Program Provides Spouse and Family Support
Individuals struggling with addictions or compulsive behaviors may feel lost or alone and need hope and help. Their spouses and family members may also need support. The Church’s Addiction Recovery Program has resources to help. Individuals or their spouses and family...
May is Mental Health Month: Church Offers Resources
May is Mental Health Month. Leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints have often taught about the importance of mental health. Below are some of the resources provided by the Church about mental and emotional health. Whether you are just discovering...
North Star LDS Conference: Understanding Same-Sex Attraction & Gender Identity, June 11-13, 2021
The 2021 North Star Conference, June 11-13, 2021, is a faith-affirming resource for Latter-day Saints who experience same-sex attraction or gender dysphoria and wish to live a Christ-centered life. Hear firsthand accounts of LGBT individuals and families as they...
Covenant Eyes: Resources About Pornography
On this site, we publish a best-of-the-best list of resources about pornography. We also often recommend a program to help your family stay clear of pornography—Covenant Eyes, a Christian-based program that combines internet filtering with a system of accountability....
6 Ways to Support Someone With Disabilities
When planning Church activities, it is important to keep in mind ways you can support people who have disabilities. Click on each graphic below to learn about 6 simple ways you can offer your support. To learn more, visit disabilities.ChurchofJesusChrist.org. ...
Updated Church Disabilities Resources
The Church has updated its resources to help individuals with disabilities. The new resources at disabilities.ChurchofJesusChrist.org include sections for the following: Individuals Parents and Caregivers Leaders and Teachers Teaching Strategies for Children with...
Resources to Help Us Counsel with Others
Many members face a variety of challenges. Parents, leaders, ministering brothers and sisters, and friends have the opportunity to provide help. As you minister to the needs of others, you can help them experience joy and fulfillment. As people seek solutions to their...Follow on social media